I have an older ZR70 and had same problem but with windows 7. I installed a 1394 card inside the computer in the pci slot and hooked the fire wire (1394 WIRE) and the computer recognized the camera and downloaded the driver automatically. This card is made by dynex. Got it at best buy for less than 20. The video happened to play through adobe essentials video program.

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i have a canon zr60a all seems to work fine but it seems to have the shutter closed and ive tried everything .can anyone please help i bought it from a lady needing to pay a bill wonted to help but seems she stuck it to me ....lol now im the one needs help thanks chaz114@hotmail.com

Service Notice: CCD Image Sensor Advisory (Updated 10/31/2006)This Service Notice will update Canon U.S.A., Inc.'s previous CCD Image Sensor Advisory, dated October 6, 2005.
It has come to our attention that the vendor-supplied CCD image
sensor used in certain Canon digital cameras and digital video
camcorders may cause the following malfunction: When the product is
used in recording or playback mode, the LCD screen and/or electronic
viewfinder may exhibit either a distorted image or no image at all.
While reports of this malfunction have been rare in the United States,
we have determined that it may occur if the product is exposed to hot
and humid environments.
Notice of Additional Affected Products:
As a result of our continuing investigation of this malfunction, we
have determined that the 11 models listed below, in addition to the 16
models listed in our Service Notice concerning this malfunction, dated
October 6, 2005, may be affected.
Affected products:
- Camcorders: ZR60, ZR65 MC, ZR70 MC, ZR80, ZR85, ZR90, ELURA 40 MC, ELURA 50
- Digital Cameras A60, A70, A75, A300, A310, S230, SD100, SD110,
A40(*), A80(*), A85(*), A95(*), S1 IS(*), S60(*), S200(*), S330(*),
S400(*), S410(*), S500(*)
*Models added as of Oct.31, 2006
Malfunction:
It has been confirmed that the connecting parts of the internal wiring
of the CCD used in affected products may become disconnected,
especially if the affected products are stored or used in
high-temperature and high-humidity environments. If this occurs, the
signal is not output from the CCD normally in Shooting Mode, which may
cause a distorted image or the absence of an image. This malfunction
can be confirmed on the LCD monitor screen during shooting. The same
malfunction also appears on the recorded image.
Canon's Response:
Effective immediately, and regardless of warranty status, Canon will
repair, free of charge, the products listed above exhibiting the
above-mentioned malfunction if Canon determines that the malfunction is
caused by the CCD image sensor. Canon will also cover the cost of
shipping and handling in connection with this repair.
U.S. residents are kindly directed to contact the Canon Customer
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please contact the Canon Customer Support Center in your region.
We sincerely apologize for any inconvenience caused by this issue,
and appreciate your understanding in this matter. Thank you for your
support and patronage of Canon products.

As your camera only has analogue outputs, you will need to buy a video capture card for your PC, such as those made by Leadtek. As mentioned by Tela above, there are also external USB-connected devices that do the same job.

Make sure your PC exceeds the minimum spec or you may lose information during capture. I would recommend at least 1GHz processor.